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Who Gets Graceland after Lisa Marie Presley‘s Death?

Lisa Marie Presley‘s surviving three children will reportedly inherit her Graceland estate.

Posted on: February 9, 2023

Why Change the Executor of Your Will?

While you may draft a will assuming that your choice of executor won’t change, there are different reasons why making a switch may be necessary.

Posted on: February 3, 2023

Is Handwritten Instruction in Bible Valid to Update a Will?

A state appeals court has ruled that a handwritten instruction in a Bible that included only the first name of the writer was a valid codicil that changed a will.

Posted on: February 2, 2023

Why You Need a Secondary Beneficiary

Naming secondary beneficiaries can help estate planners avoid the delay and costs of going through probate, as well as ensure that your wishes are carried out.

Posted on: January 31, 2023

What Happens When Property Is Owned Jointly and an Owner Dies?

Various types of property, such as bank accounts and real estate, can be owned jointly with another person(s).

Posted on: January 27, 2023

These Celebrities Didn’t have Wills…But You Should

When the rapper Coolio died in September, he joined a group of notables that includes Prince, Howard Hughes and Pablo Picasso—all of whom died without specifying who should inherit their money and estate.

Posted on: January 25, 2023

Beneficiary Mistakes to Avoid

Before making a decision on a beneficiary, it's very important to check your state laws. Some states have different rules on who you can name as a beneficiary.

Posted on: January 18, 2023